POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT NO.
16-51F63
POSITION POSTING ID: 11026
Position: Assistant Professor, Professional Writing / Editing & Publishing / Book History
Department: English
Hayes Hill Title: Assistant Professor (C40NN)
Position Description: The successful candidate for this position will have a teaching load of 12 credits per
semester, including at least 2 sections of first or second year composition. Remaining course(s) include
Professional Writing / Editing courses in area of specialization, and/or other courses determined by scheduling
need.
Department/University Description: The English Department is one of the largest academic units at
UW-Stevens Point. Some 30 faculty offer a full range of classes from freshman composition and humanities
General Education courses to upper-division literature, writing, and teacher education classes fulfilling the
requirements of our Major/Minors. Our commitment to teaching is of primary importance, but department
members also manage to engage productively in a variety of scholarly and creative projects. We have almost an
even mix of experienced and relatively recent faculty members and, as we continue to grow, we are dedicated to
increasing the diversity of our department and of the institution as a whole.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, part of the University of Wisconsin System, is a leading four-year
comprehensive institution located in scenic Central Wisconsin. Approximately 9,300 students are enrolled with a
student faculty ratio of 20:1 in the classroom. While primarily serving undergraduates through a variety
of baccalaureate programs, UW-Stevens Point also offers several master's level graduate programs and an applied
doctoral degree (Au.D.) in audiology. The 406-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities and the Schmeeckle
Nature Reserve. The university has a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and has been named one of the
nation’s green universities by The Princeton Review. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive
learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit www.uwsp.edu for more
information about UW-Stevens Point.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Completed Ph.D. in English with appropriate area of specialization
Preferred:
- Graduate training and/or experience in teaching a variety of composition courses including some field of
professional writing
- Experience in publishing industry and / or expertise in the History of the Book
- Outstanding teaching record
- A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching
- An awareness of the importance of diversity in education
Appointment Date: August 2016
Terms of Employment: This is a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Salary dependent upon qualifications
and experience. Evidence of continued scholarly achievement and university service is necessary for retention,
tenure, and promotion.
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complete to be considered. Submission in pdf format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the
following documents:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
- Resume/Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of three professional references
Official transcripts will be required at time of hire
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committee. Upon submitting your application material a confirmation e-mail will be sent.
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Michael Williams
Chair, Department of English
Email: m2willia@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4928
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your
application with missing materials, please call or email:
Tom Bertram, Human Resources
Email: hr@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4351
Deadline: Continuous recruitment with first review of completed applications starting January 16, 2016. To
assure consideration, completed applications need to be received by end of day on January 15, 2016. Applications
received on or after January 16, 2016 may be considered.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus
Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and
staff. You may obtain the complete report at http://www.uwsp.edu/dos/Pages/Annual-Security-Report.aspx
Employment will require a criminal background check.